On the recordNovember 17, 2010
The committee's power only has the power that we cede to it. It merely is in the position to make suggestions and recommendations.
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congress.govThe committee's power only has the power that we cede to it. It merely is in the position to make suggestions and recommendations.
Verveer clarifies that the CEDAW Committee can only make non-binding recommendations.
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